Little Men

Fiction | Novel | Middle Grade | Published in 1871

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Before You Read

Summary

Background

Chapter Summaries & Analyses

Chapters 1-5

Chapters 6-9

Chapters 10-14

Chapters 15-17

Chapters 19-21

Character Analysis

Themes

Symbols & Motifs

Important Quotes

Essay Topics

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Discussion Questions

Essay Topics

What is the effect of the episodic structure of the novel on its themes?

Jo Bhaer admits that she understands Nan because she was “a naughty child myself” (97). Discuss the novel’s exploration of the value of empathy in education.

Plumfield is depicted as a utopian community, set apart from social norms. How does Alcott use the setting to explore idealism in education?